Independent photojournalism anddocumentary photography areindispensable tools of politicaleducation for a democratic society andan essential part of shaping publicopinionespecially in our so-called post-factual times. In recognition of this, theindependent non-profit organizationWorld Press Photo Foundation, basedin Amsterdam, has been presenting theWorld Press Photo Award for the bestphoto, the best story, the bestlongterm project of the year for morethan six decades. The winning imagesin the various categories tell boldstories and provide invaluable insightsinto the state of our world. Thewinning photo will be announcedalongside the book launch andpresented in a traveling exhibition